A client experiences acute shortness of breath.Which noninvasive technique should the nurse use to assess this client's arterial oxygen saturation?

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Pulse oximetry is a noninvasive technique used to assess the arterial oxygen saturation. It involves placing a small device on the client's finger to measure the oxygen saturation levels in the blood. This is a quick and efficient way to assess the client's respiratory status without the need for invasive procedures such as arterial blood gas sampling.

A Client Experiences Acute Shortness of Breath